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Since Vzw has root now and SS I've been trying to find a compatible theme that'll get rid of Tw's ugly green and give me more of a AOSP stock KitKat look. I've tried Alliance Mod, and it works great besides the fact that when I first reboot upon applying the mod, if the screen turns off and the phone goes to sleep it won't turn on without a battery pull. I also tried Sicks black mod. It's made for ATT S5 (I think) but since it's just a framework mod I assumed it would work. But nope, just bootlooped (on his really cool logo BTW)
I'll link these here but what I'm asking is until we get a themed rom is there a flashable KitKat or L theme that is compatible with our VZW S5?
P.S. I have already used xposed so I know about all the modules that'll theme but I'm trying to get ART working on Elli's rom so I can't use xposed.
I'm only adding these links so you can see what I'm talking about. This is NOT my work.
Sicks Theme:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2805612
Alliance Mod:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2721839
Thank you for any help that is to come.
Here is the method to install Layers Theme on your Xperia Smartphone :
Don't Blame Me If Anything Goes Wrong
I Have Tested It On My Phone And It Works Pretty Well
Under Any Circumstances Whatsoever I Am Not Responsible For Any Loss Of Data,
Dead SD cards , Thermonuclear War , etc.( most of the other developers say this )
Read All The Instructions Before Heading Ahead. Have Fun Theming
Prerequisite :
#Recovery Installed
#Rooted Xperia
#Running 5.0+
#Latest Version Of BusyBox Installed
#A Nandroid Backup (Just For Precaution)
Flash this file and install busybox if you don't want to go through these steps : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Ko5aGRXGsEa3ZyMTl5U3J0QXc/view?usp=docslist_api
1) Goto Playstore and install Layers Manager App
2) Goto Playstore and search for layers theme and choose any theme you like
3)Open Layers Manager App and give #Root permission
4)Goto Settings and check on unnecessary overlays(optional)
5)Goto main home of app and choose the theme
6)Apply your favorite overlays and Reboot
NOTE:
1} Before applying any new overlays first uninstall the previous ones
2}You have to be on stock Xperia lollipop themes for navbar buttons to change according to Layers theme since the Xperia theme engine also uses the same technology of RR Overlay which layers use.Hence if you will apply any other Xperia theme other than stock, it will create another overlay upon it and you won't be able to see the nav bar buttons from LAYERS THEME
3} It doesnt have full support for xperia apps . hence some of the elements will have buggy appearance
4} For Best Experience install GOOGLE APPS coz its what the layers themes have been made for
6} FC's or bootloops occuring after applying overlays may be due to bad overlays.So always take a nandroid backup before messing up with your phone
7} FC's occuring after uninstalling overlays can be easily solved by a reboot
8} For those who are stuck after pressing reboot , Please remove your battery and reinsert it (if its removable) or Press the force reset or shutdown button. (Generally Xperia phones have them on the back of their phones under the panel) On boot up first uninstall That bad layers framework or system Ui Overlay . If you want then you can remove them form recovery only
9} For bad overlays here is the fix :
Go to recovery (twrp) and navigate to mount and check on System and Then open file manager. Navigate to system /vendor /overlay and delete the apk and Reboot
10} Mostly the bootloops are caused by bad or incompatible framework overlays ... So use with care Install Layers Showcase for more themes and to find that it supports your device or not
For more themes and tweaks join the community
https://plus.google.com/communities/102278997677380941784
https://plus.google.com/communities/102261717366580091389
Once Again Don't Install Multiple Overlays On Each Other, Always Uninstall The Previous Ones First
:good::good: SPECIAL THANKS TO SONY , BitSyko Development , Google For RRO & Layers :good::good:
Please Hit THANKS If You Find This Post Helpful.
Does someone already try some dark material layers in settings with success?
Fuzark said:
Does someone already try some dark material layers in settings with success?
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Yupp, tried the Art theme. Doesn't work.
Get white text on white background with no icons visible.
In short, nothing visible.
Fuzark said:
Does someone already try some dark material layers in settings with success?
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Commute UI works if you also add the overlay that removes titles. This overlay turned to work quite well. Beware though, don't install framework or system ui apks. Can result in a boot loop. If that happens, you need to remove them through recovery.
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caki25 said:
Commute UI works if you also add the overlay that removes titles. This overlay turned to work quite well. Beware though, don't install framework or system ui apks. Can result in a boot loop. If that happens, you need to remove them through recovery.
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I can't find any layer option that remove titles on commute ui. Need I install another?
And it's not dark material.
Thx for u help!
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I can't find any layer option that remove titles on commute ui. Need I install another?
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Install also evolve and use the deep dark option. Must have the latest Layers Manager.
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Today's Setup Looking Awesome
You should join layers beta here
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.lovejoy777.rroandlayersmanager
and layers google group
https://plus.google.com/communities...9/stream/850e4326-9f12-470d-8af8-5859eb3219ce
and if you get bootloop and anything is messed up, delete systemui and framework overlays from /system/vendor/overlays, better to just empty that folder before you start or when anythings messed up
delete framework and systemui from recovery only, because once running if you delete them, the system wil become irresponsive
Guys, i think i messed up. I'm getting bootloop after installing the grey theme. Now the thing is, i don't have any recovery installed to delete those overlays. And i cant install XZDualRecovery, because of the bootloops. So now, do you have any solution to recover other than a clean install.?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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amey2606 said:
Guys, i think i messed up. I'm getting bootloop after installing the grey theme. Now the thing is, i don't have any recovery installed to delete those overlays. And i cant install XZDualRecovery, because of the bootloops. So now, do you have any solution to recover other than a clean install.?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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I just can think in flashtool.
Fuzark said:
I just can think in flashtool.
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Yup, recoverd using Flashtool by just flashing the system. Saved the day i guess. [emoji28]
Thanks though.
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Hi.
Can someone post the list of working themes.
I'm getting bootloop on every theme.
Th3DON said:
Hi.
Can someone post the list of working themes.
I'm getting bootloop on every theme.
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Almost Every layers themes are working apart from their frameworks overlays
be sure that you have latest version of busybox installed
I've got frame works and system UI working from Dominator. That's the only one so far. I'm on 6.0.1. No Xposed (yet).
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davisml said:
I've got frame works and system UI working from Dominator. That's the only one so far. I'm on 6.0.1. No Xposed (yet).
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Can you send link bro?
Anyway I'm already tried using RRO + seeking it's way to get work properly since LP 5.0.1 but no luck,, same way as this OP mentioned
Seems sony oem had own theme engine, meanwhile RRO stay close AOSP based (or ROM which without CM Theme Engine) CMIIW
will this work on my Z3 tablet 5.1.1? I try desperately to find a theme layer app but I cant.thanks.
Tested working on MI5-Gemini running on CM14 LineageOS, Other CM-Based ROMs still to be tested.
NOTE: Admin kindly delete this thread or close it if it has already been discussed.
WARNING: Your device may end up in bootloop if you are not careful! Follow at your own risk! BACKUP EVERYTHING BEFORE ANYTHING ELSE...
Now, unto the best part!
Tired of the whites? Try going dark! We all know CM Theme engine has been missing on the latest CM 14.1 builds. And we all know that substratum causes bootloops in cm 14.1 based ROMs. I have found a workaround for this problem through a substratum theme provided at the playstore (hurray to the developers!)
How to make it work (Root Access Required)
1. Download substratum app at the playstore
2. Install this paid theme (also at the play store)
(Swift Black Substratum Theme *compatible with Nougat 7.1.1)
3. Open substratum and select Swift Black Substratum Theme
4. Allow root access
5. Choose android version 7_1_1or 7_1_1_OMS
Patch everything Except Android system!
(Device may end up in bootloop if you do so... I havent tested compatibility with this yet so if you are not sure, un-check it! (Refer to attached pic in post)
EDIT: if you choose 7_1_OMS setting it will work fine without bootloops even after patching Android System provided, that the thene supports this option. (thank you @etoy)
6. Restart device.... Enjoy!
Credits to all the developers of Substratum and theme makers!
and to Cyanogen/LineageOS
*This is my first XDA thread ever so please forgive me if i cant post some links and pics ATM(due to post requirements) but im very much obliged to answer your questions)
Confirmed working settings for LineageOS in substratum
*Android 7_1
*Patch everything except android System
*Theme is lost after every LineageOS OTA update or Version update.
*If this happens just re-patch substratum all over again...
*Haven't tested Non 7.1.1 compatible themes, only this one... If other themes worked for you, then let me know so i can check out too...
UPDATE:
Using an alternate rooting technique for the latest LineageOS Build, I got it up and running again!
*Works with 7_1_OMS setting
etoy said:
i'm using swift black theme on 0116 lineage and i can confirm it works 100%
i applied all v7_1_OMS overlays (including "android system") which should cause bootloop, but it totally worked somehow.. all apps are OK, notifications are black, accent in settings icons is themed.
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Other working themes (Free on Playstore)
PixelUI(fully compatible with 7.1.1 LineageOS)
Galaxy Evolution (fully compatible with 7.1.1 LineageOS)
SIX Theme(Works but dont patch "Android System")
Lemme know if any other themes worked for you so we can add it on the list!
The only substratum stuff I want for LineageOS is the font changer!
I also tested some others Substratum themes ... will add functional later.
I do hope they will be fully compatible with LineageOS soon as CM Theme manager seems to be dead on CM14.1 due to a different RR implementation.
Just installed, testing now...
Stuck in bootloop, any help ?
Ramshu97 said:
Just installed, testing now...
Stuck in bootloop, any help ?
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If stuck in bootloop just reflash cm14.1 all over again... And remember always make a backup... And dont ever patch android system in substratum.... It will always end up in bootloop!
Follow this setting... this always worked for me. Highlight everything except ANDROID SYSTEM. hope this helps!
jamponget9 said:
If stuck in bootloop just reflash cm14.1 all over again... And remember always make a backup... And dont ever patch android system in substratum.... It will always end up in bootloop!
Follow this setting... this always worked for me. Highlight everything except ANDROID SYSTEM. hope this helps!
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Thank you very much for your help, I just flashed the latest version of LineageOS and everything back to normal, specially no data loses. I did the same method which you mentioned in the screenshot and it's working perfectly.
Ramshu97 said:
Thank you very much for your help, I just flashed the latest version of LineageOS and everything back to normal, specially no data loses. I did the same method which you mentioned in the screenshot and it's working perfectly.
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Glad that i could be of help.... Anyway, enjoy! We definitely benefit from lesser power drain with a dark theme like this.
jamponget9 said:
Glad that i could be of help.... Anyway, enjoy! We definitely benefit from lesser power drain with a dark theme like this.
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1. You don't need to install that paid theme. I'm using Pixel UI Substratum theme just fine. Those instructions are misleading. One might think he need to put money in that theme developer's pocket as a necessary step to use Substratum.
2. Dark theme is cool and less painful for your eyes. And that's about it. Less battery drain? Only on AMOLED display. Our MI5 is LCD so the leds will produce light. On black, on gray or on white. No difference. And even on AMOLED displays, a dark theme will save battery only on true black (#000000). Anything else means led "on" and therefore power consumption.
i'm using swift black theme on 0116 lineage and i can confirm it works 100%
i applied all v7_1_OMS overlays (including "android system") which should cause bootloop, but it totally worked somehow.. all apps are OK, notifications are black, accent in settings icons is themed.
etoy said:
i'm using swift black theme on 0116 lineage and i can confirm it works 100%
i applied all v7_1_OMS overlays (including "android system") which should cause bootloop, but it totally worked somehow.. all apps are OK, notifications are black, accent in settings icons is themed.
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Gee... Thanks for sharing! Ima gonna try it too...
Edit: yup its working! Gonna update the thread mate!
Whenever I changed to the new theme i have to restart the phone, do they have any options to apply the new theme without restart.
Thanks
Ramshu97 said:
Whenever I changed to the new theme i have to restart the phone, do they have any options to apply the new theme without restart.
Thanks
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while in legacy mode (as on lineage os) you need to restart
etoy said:
while in legacy mode (as on lineage os) you need to restart
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There is any version other than legacy?
Ramshu97 said:
There is any version other than legacy?
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not on lineage. some other roms have full support to OMS/substratum/masquerade/rro/layers or how the hell they call it now. those roms have full compatibility with subs themes, including android system, fonts, bootanimations, etc and usually don't require a reboot
Res.w
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Is it still appear after OTA update, i used Lineage os
I'm using the substratum dark theme stock in LineageOS 14.1. I activated all the options, including the android system and everything is running perfectly. No bootloop.
Enviado do meu Mi5 Pro
fridrik said:
I'm using the substratum dark theme stock in LineageOS 14.1. I activated all the options, including the android system and everything is running perfectly. No bootloop.
Enviado do meu Mi5 Pro
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can anyone confirm that it's working on the LG V20?
When I apply themes now I get a wall of red errors. I thought it was from cache being f2fs but it does it with ext4 too. It will not theme pixel launcher. 2 different themes will not. It says it does but nothing happens. It happens on multiple ROMs too. What am I doing wrong? It is theming most things but with errors. Even some of the overlays are only partial compared to how it was 2 months ago.
Woodrow256 said:
When I apply themes now I get a wall of red errors. I thought it was from cache being f2fs but it does it with ext4 too. It will not theme pixel launcher. 2 different themes will not. It says it does but nothing happens. It happens on multiple ROMs too. What am I doing wrong? It is theming most things but with errors. Even some of the overlays are only partial compared to how it was 2 months ago.
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Hey... Not sure if you have seen this post:
https://www.xda-developers.com/psa-...broke-titanium-backup-substratum-heres-a-fix/
Otherwise I don't know what may cause your issue. You didn't write what ROM you're on, what theme, mod, etc... Without any details, it's hard to figure the issue.
Good luck...
Currently liquid dark rom but it is on every rom i try now. Changed about 2 months ago.
That link is nothing like my problem. Im not force closing. After applying themes i get tons of errors and some parts of the theme apply some dont. So far text color on google now and pixel launcher are not doing right.
Woodrow256 said:
When I apply themes now I get a wall of red errors. I thought it was from cache being f2fs but it does it with ext4 too. It will not theme pixel launcher. 2 different themes will not. It says it does but nothing happens. It happens on multiple ROMs too. What am I doing wrong? It is theming most things but with errors. Even some of the overlays are only partial compared to how it was 2 months ago.
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If this doesn't work then it is probably a rom or a theme issue.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/general/tip-how-to-apply-substratum-flashing-t3558079
Woodrow256 said:
Currently liquid dark rom but it is on every rom i try now. Changed about 2 months ago.
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Hey... Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner...
Woodrow256 said:
That link is nothing like my problem. Im not force closing. After applying themes i get tons of errors and some parts of the theme apply some dont. So far text color on google now and pixel launcher are not doing right.
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What theme are you using? Some themes are incompatible with stock Google apps. Google app and Pixel launcher need theme ready gapps I think. I only know one theme working with stock gapps: Swift themes (black, dark)
Good luck...
I think it's a new problem with Substratum in Legacy Mode. Had the same problem on Cortex. Finally bit the bullet and installed an OMS compatible Rom and Substratum works perfectly. It's not a theme issue. I tried multiple 7.1.1 compatible themes and the result was always the same--Substratum would freeze while applying an overlay to some system app. I would reboot, disable that app in Substratum and it would freeze on a different app. The dev for Swift Black e-mailed me that some people on Telegram claimed doing a clean install of their Rom then themeing with Substratum worked but I can't verify that it does. There always seem to be problems with Substratum in Legacy Mode lately. As soon as people figure out a workaround for one a new problem pops up. I can confirm that I used Substratum on two different Roms with OMS support and it worked perfectly on both of them.
As the title suggests, I installed OOS Oreo Open Beta 1, and neither the default system dark mode nor Substratum overlays work. In Substratum, it says overlay installation successful, but then it doesn't show up in the overlay list, and rebooting doesn't help either. Idk what's wrong, it'd be great if someone could help.
If you want to use substratum with OOS, use Ozone theme. And if you want custom accent themes, you have to use either the light or dark theme. It won't work with the default one.
I'm on the open beta and am using substratum with pitch black theme and swift black theme. Both working well for me. They are paid themes though and have been updated for Oreo
Piplup702 said:
I'm on the open beta and am using substratum with pitch black theme and swift black theme. Both working well for me. They are paid themes though and have been updated for Oreo
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I use a purchased version of Swift Black too! I install all the overlays, it says it was successful and there weren't any errors, but then they don't show up in Manager and a reboot doesn't help either.
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I'm on the open beta and am using substratum with pitch black theme and swift black theme. Both working well for me. They are paid themes though and have been updated for Oreo
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I use a purchased version of Swift Black too! I install all the overlays, it says it was successful and there weren't any errors, but then they don't show up in Manager and a reboot doesn't help either.
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If it helps, I clean flashed it, along with Magisk, no-verity ZIP, iYTBP, Product Sans font from Android 8.1 DP, and iOS 11.2 emojis.
I really think something's wrong with the OS, because even the dark theme in settings>display>theme isn't applying, even though it says 'success!'.
I'll probably clean flash tomorrow, but it'd be great if someone could help me now before I go through all that pain again.
I was on Open Beta 1 and default dark theme and substratum themes was working great.
I was using xXx No Limits OB01 (8.0), Substratum was working OK (not 100%) but it had to be installed via the PlayStore not through the Aroma installer from the ROM.
However the OOS dark theme was not working at all, as soon as I selected it settings would FC and then all the apps that used the dark theme constantly FCed without evening opening. Clean installed the ROM 3 times and happened every time. Not sure what exactly is the root of the problem as other people have had no problem applying the dark theme.
Open beta 1 substratum and dark theme are working perfectly even with android system themed no power menu bug... i tested and are workings: oozone (from playstore), belo, mono/art, swift dark and swift light, ethereal...
try to factory reset if you have problem with the default dark theme there's surely something wrong
Thanks everyone! I'll clean flash in a while and report.
Clean flash worked! Thanks a ton.
I have problem with the swift dark theme. The oneplus launcher continues to stop when i try to move an icon
Sethlans said:
I have problem with the swift dark theme. The oneplus launcher continues to stop when i try to move an icon
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Afaik, that's a bug with the open beta. I'm using Pixel Launcher instead.
Same for me, can't get it back to "dark" anymore, simply ignored on OP5